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Hardness Testing with the Highest Resolution

Testing machine manufacturer Zwick presents a universal hardness testing system equipped with an innovative path measurement system. With a resolution of 20 nm, it offers the highest resolution for a hardness tester currently available in the market.

From ZwickRoell GmbH Co. KG 16 Jan 2006

Texture and Packaging Tested Simultaneously in a Single Machine

Testing machine manufacturer Zwick offers an extensive product line for texture, viscosity, and packaging testing. Zwick systems distinguish themselves for their versatility, quality and also their flexibility. A single machine now suffices for texture and packaging testing.

From ZwickRoell GmbH Co. KG 13 Jan 2006

Fully Automatic High Speed Penetration Testing of Plastics from Zwick

The Zwick HTM2012 automatic test system with a high-speed testing machine accomplishes fully automatic high-speed penetration testing of plastics. It is designed for testing rectangular plastic specimens in accordance with ISO and ASTM.

From ZwickRoell GmbH Co. KG 13 Jan 2006

BN Nanorod Production Using Mechanical Alloying

Mechanical alloying techniques have been used to produce BN nanorods based on elemental boron powders and nitrogen gas. The results indicate that Fe and Si additions enhance the BN nanorods production and reduce the presence of oxygen in these materials.

12 Jan 2006

Fabrication of Nanometer Scale Patterns with Polymer Langmuir-Blodgett Films

This paper looks at the photolithographic properties of poly(N-tetradecylmethacryl-amide-co-t-butyl 4-vinylphenyl carbonate) [p(TDMA-tBVPC)] thin films prepared by Langmuir-Blodgett (LB) technique.

11 Jan 2006

Colored Transparent Organic-Inorganic Hybrid Coatings

This paper reports on a sol–gel method for the deposition of red, green and blue PMMA-SiO₂ hybrid films on glass substrates. The colored hybrid films are composed of a homogeneous organic-inorganic matrix with the embedded organic dye molecules very well dispersed on it.

11 Jan 2006

Factors to Enhance Thermal Conductivity of ÃŸ-Si3N4 Ceramics (Review)

Research on processing â“i3N4 ceramics and their thermal conductivity are reviewed. Thermal conductivities are greatly affected by processing parameters such as purity of raw powders, type and amount of sintering aids, and forming as well as sintering conditions.

11 Jan 2006

Geopolymers with the Potential for Use as Refractory Castables

A geopolymer was prepared by dissolving metakaolinite in a solution of K2SiO3 and KOH and curing at 80C for 24 h. The open porosity of the material was ~38% at 1000C, which is sufficiently porous for it to be used as a heat insulation material for continuous use at this temperature.

9 Jan 2006

1700°C Hotspot Laboratory Furnaces from Zircar Zirconia

Now for the first time, a 1700°C Lab Furnace that can simply be plugged into a standard 110 Volt, 20 Amp outlet without the need for either a 220 V supply or an electrician is available from Zircar Zirconia.

4 Jan 2006

Alumina and Sialon Raw Materials – Composition and Properties

McDanel Advanced Ceramic Technologies produce alumina and sialon raw materialsin a range of different compositions. Physical and mechanical properties are described for 3 commercially available compositions.

From McDanel Advanced Ceramic Technologies LLC 20 Dec 2005

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

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Hardness Testing with the Highest Resolution

Texture and Packaging Tested Simultaneously in a Single Machine

Fully Automatic High Speed Penetration Testing of Plastics from Zwick

BN Nanorod Production Using Mechanical Alloying

Fabrication of Nanometer Scale Patterns with Polymer Langmuir-Blodgett Films

Colored Transparent Organic-Inorganic Hybrid Coatings

Factors to Enhance Thermal Conductivity of ÃŸ-Si3N4 Ceramics (Review)

Geopolymers with the Potential for Use as Refractory Castables

1700°C Hotspot Laboratory Furnaces from Zircar Zirconia

Alumina and Sialon Raw Materials – Composition and Properties

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